Raised as the fourth generation in a large construction company, Berry Hendriks, the Founder & CEO of CyBe, grew up at the construction site. Fascinated by building, he has worked in various segments of the industry. Responsible for his own construction projects at the family-owned company Hendriks Bouw en Ontwikkeling – existing since 1922 -, he started experimenting changing processes from design to the way projects are built. Every day he was more curious why the construction industry didn’t change to automated processes while other industries had changed decades ago. He decided to not only dream about it and started CyBe to redefine the construction industry.
In an interview with Insights Success, Berry unveils his fascination for the construction industry. He also shares his key insights on how he is solving social and economic problems using less raw material and transportation for a more sustainable planet through CyBe. Berry states, what started as an ambition to simplify the complex conventional processes in the construction industry has grown to an independent company. CyBe develops technology and creates solutions to enable 3D concrete printing accessible to all clients throughout the industry: solutions to simplify the complex processes and to work together more efficiently. “In construction, ‘we’ work together,” he adds. When creating solutions, CyBe always keeps the future in mind. It automates heavy labor to cover the increasing shortage of co-workers around the world. The team at CyBe works hard with a lot of creativity and fun, as its slogan says it all: Have fun, Be amazing, Stay happy and Live long!
Below are the highlights of the interview:
How do you diversify your organization’s solutions that appeal to your target audience?
Within our team, we ensure that we can do all elements of construction and manufacturing the 3Dprinters with related software. One team one task – in the fragmented and regional construction industry most companies specialize. We believe in a holistic view about projects – it’s design and structural principle we make and how we make them.
What is your thought process behind leading the organization effectively?
I’m aware of my exemplary role as CEO – I’m trying to behave in a way which I would like my team to act similar. We create common goals – a common mission. We gain new experiences in weekly loops in which communication is key. Development is running fast while learning by doing next to the procedures which are simple and clear, and the trainings we provide. Furthermore, we’ve created a divers and balanced team in which each person uses their strengths. By using their qualities and being responsible the team stays motivated and is eager to develop themselves and the products they deliver. That’s why we search for the passion of each employee so they can excel and bring added value to the organization growth.
